Mother Africa

GiveBig to Invest in Women's Dreams!

At Mother Africa, we believe in the power of economic empowerment to transform lives and communities. That's why we're thrilled to make Economic Empowerment the theme of our GiveBIG campaign this year, with a special focus on supporting women's dreams.

Our Economic Empowerment Program (EEP) is dedicated to providing knowledge, skills, mentorship, and resources to African immigrants and refugees, particularly women, to help them achieve financial independence and realize their entrepreneurial ambitions.

Through the EEP, women are given the opportunity to engage in a comprehensive Small Business Development curriculum, consisting of ten sessions covering all aspects of starting and growing a successful business. From crafting a solid business plan to strategies for building capital, our program provides the essential tools and support needed for entrepreneurial success.

One of the highlights of the EEP is the provision of seed funding. Upon completion of all sessions, participants qualify for seed funding of $1000 to kickstart their entrepreneurial journey. This financial boost can make a significant difference in helping women turn their business ideas into reality.

In addition to small business development, our program also places a strong emphasis on Financial Education & Literacy. Through quarterly workshops, women learn essential financial skills such as managing bank accounts effectively, building good credit, and gaining insights into homeownership. By equipping women with these financial literacy tools, we empower them to make informed decisions about their finances and secure a brighter future for themselves and their families.

In 2023, thanks to the generous support of donors like you, our Economic Empowerment Program supported ten small business owners from diverse backgrounds, including women from Rwanda, Sudan, Malawi, Kenya, Congo, Palestine, and Burkina Faso. Additionally, we provided quarterly Financial Literacy workshops for 250 individuals, empowering them with the knowledge and skills needed to achieve financial stability and independence.

This year, we invite you to join us in supporting women's dreams through our Economic Empowerment Program. Your donation will directly impact the lives of women in our community, providing them with the resources and support they need to pursue their entrepreneurial aspirations and build a better future for themselves and their families.

Together, we can empower women to thrive and achieve their dreams. Support women's dreams today with Mother Africa and GiveBIG!

Mother Africa's Mission

The mission of Mother Africa is to support African and Middle Eastern immigrant and refugee women and their families to reach their highest potential.

GiveBIG to invest in women's dreams!

About Mother Africa

Mother Africa works to build a safety net and an economic ladder for the strong African immigrant & refugee women (and their families) in our community. We are committed to reducing common health, education, safety, and economic barriers while fostering empowerment and celebrating cultural diversity. Mother Africa is a unique organization that welcomes and unites ALL local African and Middle Eastern women from countries like Afghanistan, Burkina Faso, DR Congo, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Libya, Mali, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, Palestine, Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan, Syria, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

Mother Africa's programs provide pathways to fuller support and engagement within the larger community. Go to www.motherafrica.org to read more about our abundance of programming!

Your support on GiveBIG and every day means that we can reach more women and children to help them successfully survive these challenging times we find ourselves in. To support the next group of inspiring community leaders. To support women and families in achieving fuller independence. To help our neighbors feel truly at home.

Will you join us?

Recognition

We could not do this work without the support of our incredible community! Thank you to our Partner Agencies, Funders, and Donors who believe in our work and continue to make Mother Africa a staple in the Greater Seattle community. Thank you to our Board of Directors, Volunteers, and Community Members for your dedication and support year after year.

Thank you especially to our Matching Funds donors for 2024: Amanda Schwartz, Celine Barthelemy, Zoë Leanza, Risho Sapano and several anonymous donors. Thank you for boosting your impact by contributing to our matching funds pool!

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